Grounds Maintenance Operative

An opportunity for a reliable and organised administrative support worker to assist a physically disabled staff member at a London University for up to 31.5 hours a week (flexibility can be discussed). The post will typically be split between a half day of virtual working on Mondays and three in person work days, either on campus or doing site visits. Flexibility is required as some weeks in person support will be required more or less than others. Locations include Hammersmith, Kensington and Northwest London. Offered on a freelance basis. - Essential criteria: - Able to pass enhanced DBS check (or currently on continuation service) - Ability to use Notion or quickly learn to use Notion or similar organisational software to create and manage templates for organisation and record management - Able to complete in house compliance training at the university (during paid working hours - Strong organisational capabilities - A high level of trustworthiness and ability to work confidentially - Punctuality, resilience, initiative and ability to self-manage and anticipate client needs - Adaptability to change and ability to work flexibly with a changing schedule with typical working hours between 8am-6pm (no more than 9 hours per day) - Strong written and spoken English - Attention to detail - Able to travel throughout London with the client - Right to work in the UK Desirable criteria: - Undergraduate degree - Currently registered with DBS enhanced continuity service for quick turn around of DBS - Experience of administrative support work with disabled clients - Knowledge of ADHD organisational strategies, or strong initiative to research and build knowledge in this area Main duties: - Support with travel between sites (travel expenses within work will be reimbursed) - Assisting the client to implement organisational strategies - Inbox and diary management - Managing grants, orders and reimbursements - Provide administrative and manual support for research related tasks - Computer based and handwritten note taking including transcribing dictated notes - Computer based keying tasks - Managing printed documents including proofreading - Completing mandatory training for the client’s employer (an honorary contract will be issued) - Supporting with physical tasks (opening doors, carrying equipment, supporting during lunch breaks) for a client with physical disabilities, to promote independence - Proofreading documents